Timm Wenger, Thaniel Wenger, and Ancient Faith Ministries
55 episodes
9 months ago
What would happen if we were to devote ourselves to the second altar as we do to the first altar? Together, let's explore how we can partake fully, not just on Sundays, but also with our encounters with all people, especially those in need, throughout the week. We invite you to join us at The Second Liturgy.
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What would happen if we were to devote ourselves to the second altar as we do to the first altar? Together, let's explore how we can partake fully, not just on Sundays, but also with our encounters with all people, especially those in need, throughout the week. We invite you to join us at The Second Liturgy.
How the Early Church Ministered to People Suffering Economic Hardships
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5 years ago
How the Early Church Ministered to People Suffering Economic Hardships
Today, with the coronavirus pandemic impacting many aspects of our lives, including economically, Thaniel and Timm Wenger take a trip back in time to learn a bit about how the early Christians organized themselves to care for those who were experiencing poverty. Excerpts taken from the book The Social Results of Early Christianity, by Charles Schmidt, 1885.
Listen to our related episode: "A Time Not to Shrink Back, But to Shine: How the Early Church Dealt with Epidemics" at www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/secondliturgy/how_the_early_church_dealt_with_epidemics.
Check out three new resources at our website, TheSecondLiturgy.com:
1. Almsgiving at a Distance: Ideas for Families to Give Generously While Quarantined
2. Assessment for Parish and Community Needs and Resources for use in an emergency such as the coronavirus pandemic
3. Strategy for Parish and Community Needs and Resources
The Second Liturgy
What would happen if we were to devote ourselves to the second altar as we do to the first altar? Together, let's explore how we can partake fully, not just on Sundays, but also with our encounters with all people, especially those in need, throughout the week. We invite you to join us at The Second Liturgy.
